About Hemenway's

Located on the River in downtown Providence, Hemenway’s is Rhode Island’s premiere seafood address. Aspiring to bring you the freshest and highest quality fin-fish, shellfish and mollusks in the United States while delivering genuine hospitality in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Hemenway’s offers an award-winning wine list, customized private dining for up to 45 guests, seasonal al fresco dining and full menu service in the bar area.

Hemmenways is always a great choice. Food and service were outstanding. One of the downsides to being so popular and good is that the noise level makes the acoustics difficult. Overall it is still a wonderful place.

It was our first time there and our Server Theresa was amazing! She was personable and helpful. We had a cozy corner table in front of the window, service was quick and the food was phenomenal. Oysters and antipasto to start, followed by lobster agnolotti and seafood casserole. And a chocolate flourless torte to the end dinner! Will definitely be back!!

Tags: Special Occasion, Good for a Date, Good for Birthdays, Waterfront, Quiet Conversation, Notable Wine List, Good for Anniversaries, Romantic

We could not ask for a more positive dining experience. Our waitress, Gabrielle, was amazing. She is one of the best we've had anywhere - a keeper. The food was great and we are looking forward to going back real soon.

Once again Hemenway's was amazing. The food was wonderful. However, the server (Ellie)enhanced a great dinning experience. A little pricey, and you may want to save it for a special occasion. But, Hemenway's is definitely one of PROVIDENCE'S BEST!!

Tags: Gluten Free Options, Scenic View, Happy Hour, Neighborhood Gem, Romantic, Healthy, Creative Cuisine, Good for a Date, Good for Anniversaries, Quiet Conversation, Great for Outdoor Dining, Business Meals, Waterfront, Pre/post Theatre, Good for Birthdays, Special Occasion, Worth the Drive, Fit for Foodies

Great food! This place has rapidly become one of our regular restaurants in Providence. The food is excellent, the oysters are fresh and local, and the wait staff is amazing. We highly recommend our favorite waiter, Joseph!

Food was not as good as it has been in the past. No chicken on menu made it difficult for those who don't want seafood as it was a birthday party they had no choice but to come. Filet just okay. Pot roast awful-slimey/chewy and sitting on top of a tiny amount of watery mashed potatoes. Seafood casserole not good. Lobster bisque good. Probably won't return for another Birthday as menu is too limited. Okay for a couple who like seafood.

It can be a little pricey but well worth the money. Fresh fish seems to be their specialty,although they do have chicken and beef dishes. You can have a casual meal, with no rushing.Service was very good.

Tags: Business Meals, Good for Anniversaries, Disabled Access, Good for Birthdays, Fit for Foodies, Special Occasion

me and my family have been going there for many years and always had a good time my grandson which is a sports anouncer loves your place before he went back yesterday he wanted to eat over at your place so we went saturday night had great food and drinks and the waiter was great he waited on us before and he cares about your customers and my son-in-law likes your place when ever he is over we always go to your place with my daughter you people are great

Our dinner was well-paced and delicious. The local oysters and littlenecks were very cold and fresh and our server explained the different areas from where they were taken. The woman who was our server (Diane? I hope that I have the correct name.) was very efficient, without rushing us. She could not have done more to make our dinner a very pleasurable occasion. She is the best wait person that I believe I have ever encountered. This was an exceptional dining experience!

unfortunately both of our steaks were cooked incorrectly - mine was overdone the first time and way undercooked the second time. They got my husband's right the second time. The manager offered to give mine a 3rd try, but I didn't want to wait anymore since my husband was going to be done eating at that point. She did take my meal off the check and bought us dessert, but it was still really annoying and since my husband's was wrong the first time, they should have taken care of that too.The waiter was very apologetic, even more so than the manager who tried to make light of it/joke about it.It was my husband's 50th birthday and were looking forward to a great night there.instead we took turns trying to eat - him his second steak and me eating my crab legs on the side with no steak at all.I made sure we tipped on the full amount since our waiter was so great about it, but I wouldn't go back or recommend it to anyone.

Was in town and wanted an authentic New England seafood dinner. Had the New England clam chowder, steamed mussels, and a small lobster. It was all excellent and just what I wanted. My waitress was attentive without being intrusive.I would definitely eat there again if I was in Providence.

We had a friend in from Texas and wanted him to have very fresh seafood. They did a great job as always. The server didn't know where our oysters were from and after she asked she came back with "Massachusetts" which was not really specific. Otherwise everything was great.

Very disappointed with server and food. Server not attentive. Had to ask her multiple times for same items. My sister specifically asked for no salmon in her dish twice. Her dinner had salmon in it. I had asked for a lobster roll. The waitress checked with chef She said no problem. I was served a dry roll with lobster meat. I will definitely tell my friends and family very bad experience at Hemenways.

Two couples, everyone was very pleased and felt their food was excellent. Went on a water fire evening, sat by the window and could see the fires in the braziers. Only downside was their parking garage was full so had to go search for a parking spot on the road.

Truly enjoyed our dinner. The food was wonderful and Danny our server was fantastic. He was very personable and extremely attentive.Would highly recommend Hemenways.Thanks for an enjoyable dining experience.

Great food (appetizer, main course and dessert) - best seafood I've had anywhere. Great view of the city. The only thing is parking. Only on the street, if you can find a spot. There is valet, but not on Sunday, when I went. 100% worth going!

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